Equipment · 1 answer · 1.39k views · 1 vote · posted by Sonia
How To Tell Choke Size?

I recently bought a new shotgun with built in chokes and I can't figure out the choke sizes. What...

Most manufacturers should indicate the choke constriction somewhere on the barrel. It should at least be listed on the data information on the box if the gun you purchased came with the original box. It may not be spelled out but in some type of symbol... Read More
Equipment · 1 answer · 1.21k views · 0 votes · posted by Andrei Erdoss
What Is The Best Way To Clean My Shotgun?

I have a Remington 1100

Martha Allen - 21 Reputation
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I still have the same question, although I have scoured youtube.com and found MANY videos on how to clean shotguns, particularly the Remington 1100. I have one also and LOVE taking it apart! One quick and easy maintenance tool I love is the thick rope-... Read More
Equipment · 1 answer · 1.51k views · 0 votes · posted by Jane
What Do You Look For When Buying A Shooting Vest?

My old vest has outgrown me and I'm looking for a new one. Also, do you have a favorite brand?

scott wilson - 41 Reputation
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I have been using a Browning vest for 3 years now.  It has the recoil pad in the and I ended up removing because I could not get a good mount.  This vest is also mesh for the sides and the rear which helps in the hot months.  Each of the pockets on eac... Read More
Equipment · 1 answer · 1.48k views · 0 votes · posted by Jon Lee
Can Someone Explain What 50/50 Or 60/40 Means When It Comes To Shotguns?
Coach Bill - 151 Reputation
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50/50 means the gun shoots flat. On a patterning board if you center the shot, the pellets of the pattern will be distributed approx. 50% above the middle line and 50% below the middle line. A gun that shoots flat has the middle beat and the front beat... Read More
Equipment · Fabarm Rex Lion shotgun · 1 answer · 1.15k views · 0 votes · posted by Giuseppe
How Do I Fix The Shotgun Shell Getting Stuck When Ejecting?

Italian: Quando sparo non espelle la cartuccia rimane incastrata.

Gas ports in the barrel get easily clogged by a wax like substance that prevents enough gas to pass though and operate the piston properly. These holes must be cleaned with a degreaser and a small stick or wire until they are absolutely clear. This mus... Read More
Equipment · 1 answer · 1.21k views · 0 votes · posted by Andrei Erdoss
Does Switching Between Shotguns Affect Shooting?

I'm wondering how much of a difference there is between guns.

Rodolfo Leon - 31 Reputation
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Makes a huge difference if the guns have difference in weight. I went from shotting my 9 lbs Remington to shooting a 7 lb Benelli and the swing weight was way off for skeet. Trap and sporting clays may be a bit different. Read More
Equipment · 1 answer · 1.62k views · 0 votes · posted by Jon Lee
What Is The Correct Position Of Finger On The Trigger?

I got a new gun stock and I am looking to have it fit for me. Is there a correct position or is i...

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Equipment · 1 answer · 2.91k views · 0 votes · posted by John McCarthy
What Is A Slide Release For A Shotgun?

I was reading a review for a Remington 870 and came across this term.

Mike Kite - 11 Reputation
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With pump action shotguns like the Rem 870 and Mossberg 500 they lock forward if no rounds are present in the gun I believe, my 500 locks forward and has a small catch on the side of the trigger guard which releases the fore end slide to come back. The... Read More
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